5 ways your classroom environment boosts student engagement
Teachers have their own preferences and approach when it comes to classroom decor. But every teacher is designing their classroom with the same goal in mind: to create…
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Edtech Startup Ello Named No. 5 on Fortune’s Change the World List 2024
SAN FRANCISCO (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ello, developer of the world’s most advanced AI reading app, announced today that it has ... Read more
K-12 facilities managers eye efficiency, streamlined budgets
K-12 facilities managers are emphasizing efficiency and cost savings as they stare down the twin challenges of aging infrastructure and budget constraints, according to a new survey by…
Discovery Education Unveils New, Free Environmental Focused Learning Resources
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education today announced a new curated collection of free dynamic digital resources that encourages students to ... Read more
Using AI analysis to bring out the best in human tutors
Imagine that you’re a tutor. When you finish a session with a student, a dashboard on your laptop shares a summary of what went well and a strategy…
15 unique virtual field trips for students
Virtual field trips have become widely available thanks to more accessible virtual reality technology, and they saw a surge in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic when physical field…
Managing rising student needs under IDEA
Now accounting for 15 percent of total public school enrollment, the number of students requiring special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) has reached an…
Carousel Digital Signage Achieves TX-RAMP Level 1 Certification
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Carousel Digital Signage has achieved Level 1 Certification under the Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program (TX-RAMP), ... Read more
Energy Management for Sustainable Buildings Checklist
Effective energy Effective energy management is crucial for educational institutions, from K-12 schools to universities. Effective energy management practices reduce ... Read more
Breaking Product News—Proctormatic’s mobile AI services
EDINT, an South Korean startup, announced that it will showcase its mobile-based AI online proctoring service, Proctormatic next week. Developed ... Read more
Khan Academy and Microsoft Education Partner to Offer Real AI Tools for Free
First was the fear cycle: “AI will take all the teaching jobs!” Then there was the hype cycle: “Crypto, scratch ... Read more
Google, MIT RAISE launch no-cost AI training course for teachers
Google and MIT RAISE have announced a no-cost Generative AI for Educators Course designed to help teachers use generative AI tools to personalize instruction.
Long Island, NY School District Addresses Youth Mental Health Crisis With Opening of New Wellness Center
Baldwin, NY – Youth mental health is a crisis nationwide. Many are struggling to manage the stress and complications of ... Read more
Immersive Learning Resource from Discovery Education Surpasses 1 Million Downloads
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education today announced that its no-cost, augmented-reality (AR) learning resource— Sandbox AR—has surpassed the 1 million ... Read more
Winners of the Lexia LETRS Science of Reading Grant Contest Announced
BOSTON – Lexia, a Cambium Learning Group brand, has selected the 118 winners of its inaugural Lexia LETRS Science ... Read more
The State of Ransomware in Education 2023
Read the report to discover the impact of ransomware on both K-12 education and higher education providers over the last ... Read more
Are microschools the future of education?
Microschools have become a hot topic over the last few years. Their big appeal is that they promise to do a better job catering to students’ and families’…
How to prepare for the future of technology in education
Raise your hand if your school is one hundred percent ready for whatever technology inventions and adoptions will come over the next three to five years. This means…
Prioritizing student safety with enhanced first responder and cellular communication coverage
In an emergency, when timely and effective communications are vital, first responders may have trouble connecting via their smartphones, hand-held radios, or other devices.
Frontline Education and Vanco Announce Strategic Partnership
Malvern, Pa. and Bloomington, Minn. (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in ... Read more
Can team teaching break the constraints of conventional schooling?
Teacher burnout is a real and growing challenge for US K–12 schools. Last year, school district leaders reported a 4 percent increase in teacher turnover according to a…
Two Cincinnati Firms Help Cincinnati Non-Profit Create World-Class Animations for National Mindful Music Program for Student Wellbeing
Two Cincinnati animation firms, Pixel Fiction and Lightborne, joined forces to support Mindful Music Moments, Cincinnati non-profit The Well’s signature ... Read more
Accelerate digital transformation with Network as a Service
Is there a cost-effective way to meet the ever-growing needs of students, faculty, and campus? Network as a Service can ... Read more
How schools can help students overcome the digital divide
When it comes to digital equity, U.S. schools are well-positioned to help families get online with low-cost, high-speed internet options through the federal government's Affordable Connectivity Program
5 reasons to use a one-stop-shop communications platform
When our School Administrative Unit (SAU) set out to find a communications platform that all six of its schools could use across all grades, we had good reason…
Tutor.com Announces Launch of Round-the-Clock Online Tutoring for South Orange and Maplewood Students
NEW YORK — Tutor.com, one of the world’s largest and most innovative online tutoring organizations, announced today that it has ... Read more
TouchMath Sets New Standard for Early Detection of Dyscalculia with Comprehensive Screener
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. (PRWEB) — TouchMath announces the release of DySc, the comprehensive dyscalculia screener and individualized intervention guide aligned to American ... Read more
“Gen P” students remain unsure about college
A growing number of high school students point to concerns over affordability as well as academic and mental health preparedness as primary reasons behind their decision not to…
Biden announces $930M in grants to expand internet access, digital equity
The Biden-Harris Administration has announced $930 million in grants aimed at expanding middle mile high-speed internet infrastructure across 35 states and Puerto Rico. The grants are part of…
Intervene K-12 Receives $150,000 Grant From National Nonprofit Accelerate To Make High-Impact Tutoring Sustainable And Cost-Effective
WASHINGTON, D.C.— Intervene K-12, a Houston-based online tutoring platform, announced today it will receive a $150,000 Innovation grant from Accelerate, ... Read more
Students know best when it comes to transforming education
Since formalized education was in its infancy, legislators, educational leaders, and governments worked together to develop models that make education more efficient and cost effective--but they often fell…
Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Offer K-12 Teachers and Families Nationwide Digital Resources to Engage Students in Engineers Week
Charlotte, NC — Discovery Education and its social impact partners present teachers and families nationwide a curated collection of engaging, ... Read more
STEM Careers Coalition Offering Educators No-Cost Resources to Celebrate Black STEM Leaders During Black History Month
NC — The STEM Careers Coalition™ – the first-of-its-kind national STEM initiative powered by corporate leaders and anchored in schools by ... Read more
How K-12 IT leaders can protect schools from ransomware
Cyber attacks on public schools are becoming more common and more severe every year. Between 2020 and 2021, more than 56 percent of K-12 education organizations suffered ransomware…
Discovery Education and Social Impact Partners Present Engaging Resources Supporting STEM Day Observances
Charlotte, NC.— Discovery Education and select social impact partners are offering engaging, high-quality digital learning resources to students and teachers ... Read more
Discovery Education and Dollar General Literacy Foundation Partner on New Initiative Promoting Literacy
(Tuesday, October 25, 2022) – Discovery Education announced today the launch of a new education initiative – Discover Literacy – ... Read more
Improving the Learning Curve – It’s in the Air
A Michigan-based public school enlists Honeywell to transform school district infrastructure so that both students and faculty can breathe easier ... Read more
Winsor Learning Releases Free Professional Development Resource in Response to Steep Declines in National Reading Scores
MINNEAPOLIS (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In the wake of devastating recent news about the nation’s reading test scores, Minnesota-based Winsor Learning, ... Read more
5 safeguarding tips for schools this year
Criminal cyber groups have made it abundantly clear that there is no type of organization they will not target--he more vulnerable they are, the easier it will be…
Treering Announces New Philanthropic Partnership with Sandy Hook Promise
SAN MATEO, CA, — Treering is pleased to announce a new philanthropic partnership with national non-profit organization, Sandy Hook Promise. ... Read more